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Gang of Dragon's YouTube Channel Goes Up In Smoke
Rumors suggest Toshihiro Nagoshi's "Gang of Dragons" may be canceled, with its developer Nagoshi Studio's YouTube channel being deleted and NetEase reportedly pulling funding. The game, Nagoshi's first since leaving Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, is facing significant financial hurdles, with the studio seeking new partners as current funding is set to expire. This situation mirrors other high-profile game cancellations in the industry.
Microsoft reportedly offers voluntary retirement program for 7% of US workforce
Microsoft is reportedly offering a voluntary retirement program to up to 7% of its US workforce, targeting employees at senior level or below with a combined age and service total of at least 70. This initiative follows recent layoffs and restructuring within its gaming division, including studio closures and project cancellations. The company is also adjusting its stock reward structure to provide managers with more flexibility.
Father of Xbox says PC gamers used to throw drinks at him for daring to suggest "Halo might be a good game"…
Seamus Blackley, often credited as the father of the Xbox, shared an anecdote about promoting Halo: Combat Evolved. He recounted instances where PC gamers, resistant to the idea of console shooters, threw drinks at him. Blackley emphasized that despite the backlash, Halo: Combat Evolved's success on the original Xbox legitimized the first-person shooter genre on consoles.
Former Perfect Dark Design Director is Now Working on Blizzard’s StarCraft Shooter – Rumor
A rumor suggests that Drew Murray, former design director for Perfect Dark at The Initiative, is now working at Blizzard Entertainment on a rumored StarCraft shooter. Murray's LinkedIn confirms his employment at Blizzard as an associate design director. The project is reportedly in early development and may utilize Unreal Engine.
Beyond Words Review | TheXboxHub
Beyond Words is a genre-defining fusion of roguelike deck-building and word-puzzle mechanics, drawing inspiration from games like Balatro and the classic board game Scrabble. Developed by MindFuel Games, the title challenges players to create words using a tile system with various modifiers and power-ups, offering deep strategic gameplay. Despite occasional controller navigation issues on Xbox Series X, the game is praised for its replayability and clever design.
New Lord of the Rings Game Comes from Tomb Raider Dev, It's Claimed
Crystal Dynamics is reportedly leading the development of a new video game set in The Lord of the Rings universe, with funding from the Abu Dhabi Investment Office. The title is rumored to be a competitor to Hogwarts Legacy and has been in development for some time, though it is still some way from release. This project comes as Crystal Dynamics is also working on two Tomb Raider titles.
A $1,000 PS6 And Xbox Helix Are Dangerous For The Future Of Gaming
This article discusses concerns about the future of gaming, particularly regarding potential high-priced next-generation consoles like a hypothetical $1,000 PlayStation 6 and Xbox Helix. It touches on the anticipation for upcoming titles like Halo, The Elder Scrolls VI, and Gears of War: E-Day, while also noting the current perceived lack of major first-party releases from PlayStation compared to Xbox.
Beyond Words secures Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
PQube and MindFuel Games have announced that the word-crafting roguelike strategy game Beyond Words will be released on Nintendo Switch on April 9, 2026. The game features genre-defining mechanics, over 300 modifiers, and unique boss challenges.
A Year-By-Year Breakdown Of Phil Spencer's Mixed Legacy As Xbox Boss
This analysis breaks down Phil Spencer's tenure as Xbox boss from 2014 to 2026, highlighting both successes like backward compatibility and the launch of Xbox Game Pass, and failures such as studio closures, game cancellations, and price hikes. The article details major events year-by-year, concluding with Spencer's retirement and the challenges facing Xbox under new leadership.
50 Best Nintendo 64 Games Of All Time
This article ranks the 50 best games released for the Nintendo 64, celebrating the console's 30th anniversary. It highlights genre-defining classics and influential titles that showcased the system's capabilities in the early 3D era, from Super Mario 64 to The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
